Vetted Resources for Collectors & Students
Dealer & Supplier Directory
A searchable directory of dealers, suppliers, museums, and study resources for Japanese arms and armor.
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22 listings
World Seiyudo (Ginza Seiyudo)
Japan
Renowned Ginza-based dealer offering swords, fittings, and armor from Japan.
Last verified: 7/3/2026
Ricecracker
United States
U.S.-based dealer specializing in Japanese sword fittings (tosōgu) and related art.
Last verified: 7/3/2026
NBTHK / The Japanese Sword Museum
Japan
The Nihon Bijutsu Tōken Hozon Kyōkai — the primary authority for sword authentication and preservation. Operates the Japanese Sword Museum in Tokyo.
Last verified: 7/3/2026
Nihonto Art
International
Dealer and educational resource for Japanese swords and fittings.
Last verified: 7/3/2026
Japanese Antique Store (Yoroi Section)
Japan
Japanese antique dealer with a selection of samurai armor.
Last verified: 7/3/2026
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
United States
The Met holds one of the finest collections of Japanese arms and armor outside Japan, including swords, armor, and fittings.
Last verified: 7/3/2026
SeidoShop
Japan
Specialized in high-quality martial arts equipment from Japan, including iaitō and training weapons.
Last verified: 7/3/2026
Japanese Sword Society of the United States (JSSUS)
United States
A non-profit organization dedicated to the study and preservation of Japanese swords, offering educational resources and publications.
Last verified: 7/3/2026
Ginza Choshuya
Japan
Long-established Tokyo dealer of Japanese swords and fittings.
Last verified: 7/3/2026
Tozando International
Japan
Leading supplier of martial arts equipment including iaitō, bokken, and training gear from Kyoto.
Last verified: 7/3/2026
Aoi Art
Japan
Established Tokyo-based dealer offering authenticated Nihontō with NBTHK and NTHK papers.
Last verified: 7/3/2026
Yoroi Direct
Japan
Direct source for samurai armor and related equipment from Japan.
Last verified: 7/3/2026
NBTHK American Branch
United States
The American branch of the NBTHK, providing education and authentication support for collectors in North America.
Last verified: 7/3/2026
Bizen Osafune Sword Museum
Japan
Museum in Okayama dedicated to the Bizen sword making tradition, with live forging demonstrations and historical displays.
Last verified: 7/3/2026
Sanmei (Tokugawa Art)
Japan
Dealer of fine Japanese swords and art objects with international shipping.
Last verified: 7/3/2026
Kyoto Armor
Japan
Kyoto-based specialist in samurai armor and helmets.
Last verified: 7/3/2026
Touken Takarado
Japan
Tokyo dealer specializing in antique Japanese swords and fittings.
Last verified: 7/3/2026
NihontoWatch
International
Online marketplace for Japanese swords with regular new listings.
Last verified: 7/3/2026
e-sword
Japan
Online dealer offering a wide selection of Japanese swords with English-language service.
Last verified: 7/3/2026
Nihonto.com
United States
Established U.S.-based dealer of authenticated Japanese swords.
Last verified: 7/3/2026
Supein Nihonto (Armor Section)
Spain
Spain-based dealer offering samurai armor and Japanese swords.
Last verified: 7/3/2026
Samurai Store
Japan
Tokyo-based dealer specializing in authentic samurai armor and helmets.
Last verified: 7/3/2026